Benefits of Membership

THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP AT A GLANCE


  • Industry recognition and awards programs 
  • Exclusive ABC Contractor Referral Program to connect GCs and subcontractors 
  • Industry publications and membership directories 
  • Local and national conferences focusing on Workforce Development, Legislative Affairs and Leadership
  • Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities
  • Monthly networking events
  • Meet The General opportunities
  • 6 committees fueled with members to shape the industry and build relationships
  • ABC Peer groups for like-minded business owners to share ideas and discuss business opportunities and challenges
  • Unique member gatherings, golf tournaments, & conferences
  • Learning programs for construction industry professionals including:
    • Legal seminars on topics like wage theft, lien laws, and common business mistakes
    • Blueprint reading courses
    • Crew leader and Critial Skills for field managers
    • Traction seminars for business managers
    • Prevailing Wage
  • Leadership Development Program to shape the future leaders of our industry
  • Free webinars from ABC National on a variety of business, legislative and industry topics
  • Apprenticeship Standards with the MN Dept of Labor and Industry
  • Student Chapters at local colleges and universities attracting high quality candidates to the industry
  • Project Build MN to recruit the next generation of construction employees
  • Community outreach to find local candidates for ABC members
  • Safety Training 
  • STEP Safety Management System
  • SPECS – Strategic Partnership for Excellence in Construction Safety
  • Customizable Safety Resources
  • Safety Peer Group
  • Your interests are represented at the local and state levels of government regarding legislation and regulatory proposals that impact the merit construction industry in:
    • St. Paul, MN
    • Bismarck, ND
    • Washington, D.C.
  • Members are eligible to receive a free consultation with ABC labor attorneys and access to labor relations resources. 
  • A full-time government affairs staff work tirelessly to monitor legislation in Minnesota, North Dakota and DC and promote our members interests.
  • Save money with exclusive discounts from ABC’s business partners. From insurance to fleet services to wireless service, ABC business partners offer a broad spectrum of savings and discounts - for your firm and your employees.
  • Save on member-only insurance programs
  • Employees of member firms can also save on personal lines of auto and home policies through MetLife and Geico